The Element of Crime

The Element of Crime

Forbrydelsens element

6.3 /10 220 votes
May 14, 1984 1h 44m Released

Storyline

Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.

Key Information

Director Lars von Trier
Writers Lars von Trier, Niels Vørsel
Studio Det Danske Filminstitut
Rating 6.3/10
Language DA

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Cast & Crew

Michael Elphick

Michael Elphick

Fisher

Esmond Knight

Esmond Knight

Osborne

Me Me Lai

Me Me Lai

Kim

Jerold Wells

Jerold Wells

Kramer

Ahmed El Shenawi

Ahmed El Shenawi

Therapist

Astrid Henning-Jensen

Astrid Henning-Jensen

House Keeper

Janos Hersko

Coroner

Stig Larsson

Stig Larsson

Coroner's Assistant

Harry Harper

Portier 1

Roman Moszkowicz

Portier 2

Lars von Trier

Lars von Trier

Schmuck of Ages

Frederik Casby

White Policeman

Frequently Asked Questions

The Element of Crime was released on May 14, 1984.

The runtime of The Element of Crime is 1h 44m.

The Element of Crime is a Crime, Drama, Science Fiction movie.

The Element of Crime has a rating of 6.3 out of 10 on TMDB.

The Element of Crime is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Element of Crime was directed by Lars von Trier.

The main cast of The Element of Crime includes Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Me Me Lai.

The Element of Crime is originally in DA.